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Date: Wednesday, May 27, 1 - 4 p.m.
Location: Galloway Building, Landes Auditorium 101

Students from all academic areas are cordially invited to attend the opening of the summer research program at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. The S.U.R.F. Kickoff welcomes 18 students involved in the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship program to present their research projects (methodology and goals).

Date: Thursday, June 4, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual via

Do you stutter? Looking for community and support? Join the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Beaumont NSA chapter to meet others who “get it” in a relaxed, supportive environment. No pressure to speak and no judgment—just connection, conversation, and encouragement.

Listen in to this week's  as we sit down with Â鶹ÊÓƵ Dance Team head coach, Dezja Kelly, to hear more about the team and their recent first place national championship title at The College Class in Orlando. For the full transcription of this episode, click here. 
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Confused about what to do when reading a syllabus? The Center for Academic Success is here! Students in summer courses can attend 1 of 4 sessions to simplify their syllabus, clarify expectations and prep questions before classes begin. Kicking off on May 26 in Galloway Rom108, we hope to see you there.

The Mary & John Gray Library will be closed from May 18 to May 31, due to construction. During this temporary closure, the service desk in the former Student Health Center will also be unavailable, along with access to interlibrary loan services, physical books, and reserve materials. The only library support available will be through the 24/7 Ask a Librarian chat service, email, or phone. Services will resume June 1. For help, contact ask@lamar.libanswers.com or (409) 880-7264.

There are changes in Federal Student Aid coming July 1,2026. We encourage all students to review the changes to determine if they may impact your aid. Visit studentaid.gov for more information. If you have any questions, please reach out to the student aid office at fiancialaid@lamar.edu.

STAR Services is now hiring motivated LU students for Fall 2026. Apply to be a Student Tutor, Student Success Mentor, or Academic Coach. Build leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while making an impact on campus. Learn more and apply by visiting here.

Deadline for nominations: Tuesday, June 30, 11:59 p.m.

Nominations for the 2026 David J. Beck Teaching Excellence Award are now open.  Nominations from current or former students, faculty, or administrators are welcome. No Self Nominations accepted. Past Nominees are welcome to apply.

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